Large Naive Oil Painting of the Seine and Eiffel Tower

Step into a Paris where whimsy rules and perspective takes a delightful holiday! This large-scale original oil painting by renowned French artist Armand-Marie Guérin (1913-1983) captures the City of Light through the refreshing lens of naive art, where trees stand like proud sentinels along turquoise waters, and the Eiffel Tower plays peek-a-boo with a row of perfectly imperfect Haussmann buildings. Born into a family of artists and trained at the École Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Guérin became celebrated for his distinctive naive interpretations of Parisian scenes.

Key Features:

• Artist: Armand-Marie Guérin (1913-1983). Guérin's works are regularly featured in auctions
• Medium: Oil on wood
• Date: Mid-20th century
• Dimensions: 28.7" x 21.3"
• Signature: Signed by the artist
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, retaining its original charm

What makes this piece special is its playful interpretation of iconic Paris - the Seine River glows an impossible, dreamy turquoise, while vintage automobiles dot the quays like toys in a child's playset. The artist's naive style transforms what could be just another Paris scene into something magical - where street lamps march in perfect formation and every chimney pokes the sky with geometric precision.

This statement piece also is an invitation to see the world differently. Perfect for anyone who believes that sophistication doesn't always mean seriousness, or for collectors who understand that sometimes the most profound truths come wrapped in simplicity. Hang it where it can remind you daily that life's most beautiful moments often come when we trade our grown-up glasses for a child's wide-eyed wonder.

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